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Nintendo’s Switch 2 delivers strong handheld performance, smoother gameplay and solid third-party support. However, limited battery life, inconsistent upgrades and lack of official availability in India mean buyers may want to wait, despite its strengths.

The Dalai Lama won his first Grammy Award for Best Audio Book, Narration and Storytelling Recording for “Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama”, with the Nobel laureate saying the honour reflects shared universal responsibility.

The BJP defended the Union Budget 2026-27 and rejected Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge’s criticism, saying the budget reflects fiscal discipline, growth and national security priorities. Party spokesperson Pratul Shah Deo said India remains strong despite global slowdown

The National Investigation Agency conducted raids across several locations in the Kashmir Valley as part of its probe into terror-related activities and funding networks. Searches were carried out with police and CRPF support. Further details are awaited

Hindi Mahavidyalaya and MC Gupta College of Business Management organised a two-day national seminar on Indian Knowledge Systems in Hyderabad. Experts discussed sustainability, traditional sciences, holistic health practices and the use of modern technology to preserve and expand ancient knowledge.

Shopping activity is picking up early in Hyderabad’s Old City as residents prepare for Ramzan. Many shoppers are completing their purchases in advance to devote more time to prayers during the holy month, prompting traders and vendors to stock up across major markets.

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas–initiated Saksham fuel conservation campaign was held at NIEPID, Bowenpally. The annual initiative promotes sustainable energy practices and will run from February 2 to 16 with public awareness activities.

Despite rising commuter demand in Hyderabad, plans to introduce mini buses remain stalled. Nearly 100 Vajra mini buses bought by TGSRTC lie unused and deteriorating, even as ageing buses struggle to meet last-mile connectivity needs across the city.

Allu Arjun congratulated Ram Charan and Upasana Konidela after the couple welcomed twins, a baby boy and a girl. Sharing a heartfelt note, the actor said the newborns brought double the joy to the mega family.

Two minor cousins who went missing while playing in Maheshwaram on Sunday were found drowned in a nearby lake on Monday. Police and fire services conducted overnight search operations before villagers spotted the bodies the next morning.

Iran has summoned EU ambassadors to protest the bloc’s decision to label the Revolutionary Guard a terrorist organisation. The move comes amid growing tensions with the United States, military deployments in the region, and concerns over Iran’s crackdown on protests.

Gold and silver prices fell sharply on Monday due to higher margin requirements, strong US economic data and policy concerns. Analysts said rising dollar, higher yields and cautious investor sentiment weighed on bullion prices in domestic and global markets

The makers of the Malayalam action film Pallichattambi have released Kayadu Lohar’s first-look poster. Starring Tovino Thomas in a new avatar, the period film is set in the 1950s–60s and will release worldwide on April 9, 2026.

Miyapur police safely reunited a five-year-old boy with his parents after tracing him within hours of going missing. The child was found alone during routine patrolling, taken into care, and later handed over to his family.

GHMC cancelled the trade licence and occupancy certificate of a Nampally furniture showroom where five people died in a fire on January 24, while HYDRAA granted a one-month window for commercial establishments to comply with fire safety norms.

The Supreme Court dismissed the Telangana government’s appeal against a High Court order quashing cases filed against social media activist Nalla Balu for a retweet, upholding guidelines against indiscriminate police action over online posts.

Tilak Varma will feature for India A in one of their Men’s T20 World Cup warm-up matches before joining the senior squad, the BCCI said. Ayush Badoni will captain the side, which includes several capped India players returning from injury.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan attacked Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, accusing him of arrogance and political vendetta against K. Chandrashekhar Rao, and warned that targeting the former Chief Minister would only boost public sympathy and harm the Congress government’s credibility.

Tension gripped Suryapet’s 25th ward after a Congress leader allegedly attempted self-immolation, accusing party leaders of denying him the B Form to contest municipal elections and favouring another candidate. Supporters intervened in time, preventing any injuries.

BRS leader T. Harish Rao objected to SIT chief V.C. Sajjanar describing the alleged phone-tapping case as “illegal,” saying such a characterisation before judicial determination was unconstitutional and could create apprehensions of bias in a politically sensitive investigation.

Hyderabad Black Birds owner Naga Chaitanya is eyeing a crucial weekend at the Indian Racing Festival’s Goa street circuit, with his team just one point behind the leaders after Round 3, as street racing makes its debut at Manohar International Airport.

A case involving the alleged cheating of retired High Court judge Justice D.S.R. Varma of Rs.2.5 crore in the name of electoral bonds has been transferred to the Hyderabad Central Crime Station, which has taken up further investigation.

Burglars who broke into a liquor shop at Chityala town fled with just two beer bottles and Rs.20,000 in cash, leaving behind a fully stocked store. Police are examining CCTV footage to identify the offenders.

Hyderabad is experiencing a brief pleasant weather phase as winter recedes and summer approaches, with low-level easterlies keeping temperatures in check. Day temperatures are touching 30 degrees Celsius, while nights remain cool, according to weather officials.